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Monroe, Ny, Us

Greater New York City Area

Perform various systems engineering activities for defensive Electronic Warfare systems, including system test and integration, design and requirements development, and specification development.

Conduct system testing of fire control software in laboratory and field environments. Review system software requirements, develop test descriptions, and write problem change reports and test reports.

Fulfill all logistical support requirements for over 485 personnel, including food, equipment, ammunition, and materiel. Advise the commander on logistics needs for the unit in order to ensure that it can successfully accomplish all missions.-Wrote the unit logistical operating procedures, providing a common frame of reference for all employees to streamline supply request and maintenance operations.-Planned logistical support for two major live-fire training exercises in New York and Michigan, including the fielding of a new artillery system.

Managed a contract security employment program that provided jobs for over 31K Iraqi civilians and accounted for $113.3M worth of contracts in 2008; contributed to a 50%+ decrease in attacks in contracted areas. Planned and executed 2 progress report briefings on reconciliation initiatives to the Government of Iraq's national reconciliation committee, demonstrating transparency and cooperation while working in a foreign country. Wrote and maintained talking points and data that were briefed by the most senior executive officer in Iraq during the April 2008 and September 2008 US Congressional testimonies.-Adapted to a nonstandard role normally occupied by officers 2 grades senior, providing the same quality products while serving in a demanding deployment environment.-Awarded the Bronze Star Medal and recognition from the Division’s senior leader for dedication while performing duties in a position of unusually high responsibility.

Planned a combined training exercise across multiple disciplines, liaising with the aviation, intelligence, and medical components, effectively replicating a realistic combat environment. Updated and maintained the unit training schedule, forecasting long and short-term requirements and securing resources well ahead of schedule, maximizing training benefits.-Selected to serve as an operational planner during training exercises for a combat deployment, providing advice and expertise in a position usually occupied by more senior personnel.

Coordinated with the German Army to provide 100% safe, accurate, and timely firing of 24 rockets in support of a multinational live fire demonstration to US and German government dignitaries. Managed the company safety program, ensuring personnel understood safety requirements and policies; resulted in zero lost-time accidents.-Maintained a perfect rating on all inspections while in charge of arms, ammunition, & explosives security.-Responsible for the safe and accurate firing of 6 M270 rocket/missile launchers as Battery Fire Direction Officer.

M. Eng, Systems Engineering

Bs, Electrical And Computer Engineering

Activities and Societies: Drama House, Varsity Track, Army ROTC-Graduated with distinction, cumulative GPA 3.54, Dean’s List 6 of 8.

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